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Listen to the top News of 28/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with travel agent Nirav Kotak about the Indian government's newly launched e-passport initiative. We chat about whether this digital upgrade will make travel easier, what it means for your data privacy, and most importantly, if current Indian passport holders need to take any action.

Alfred is an Indonesian migrant, and Clinton is an Aboriginal man from Western Australia. Their friendship changed the way Alfred understood his identity as a migrant Australian. - अल्फ्रेड इंडोनेशिया से आये प्रवासी है, और क्लिंटन पश्चिमी ऑस्ट्रेलिया के एक आदिवासी व्यक्ति हैं। इस दोस्ती से, अल्फ्रेड ने प्रवासी ऑस्ट्रेलियाई के रूप में अपनी पहचान को समझने के तरीके को बदल दिया।

उत्तर प्रदेश के रायबरेली निवासी अमान खान जब नौकरी के सिलसिले में दिल्ली गए, तो उन्होंने देखा कि बड़े-बड़े पेड़ ट्री गार्ड से घिरे हुए हैं और उन पर तारों का जाल सा बना होता है। इतने सारे तार पेड़ों को इस तरह जकड़े होते हैं कि लगता है जैसे किसी ने उनके चारों ओर एक नेटवर्क बना दिया हो। यह देखकर उन्होंने पेड़ों को ट्री गार्ड और तारों के जाल से मुक्त कराने का काम शुरू किया। जहां भी उन्हें ऐसे हालात नजर आते, वह ट्री गार्ड को काटकर हटा देते और पेड़ को खुला छोड़ते ताकि वह सुरक्षित रह सके। वे तारों को भी हटाते ताकि पेड़ आसानी से सांस ले सकें। यकीन मानिए, उन्होंने इस प्रयास से सैकड़ों पेड़ों को नया जीवन दिया है।

Listen to the top News of 27/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The Indian government has launched an upgraded Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) portal to offer a more streamlined, secure and user-friendly experience for millions of people of Indian origin living overseas. The revamped platform aims to simplify the application process and resolve earlier challenges.

In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks to people who attended the launch of Wyndham’s first Community Maternity Hub — an initiative by Mercy Health Foundation aimed at bringing maternity care closer to home. The hub is designed to offer culturally safe and accessible services for local families, with a focus on addressing the specific health challenges faced by Indian-born mothers in Australia. Our speakers share their perspectives on why this project is a crucial step forward for the community and the future of maternal care in the region.

Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, affects nearly 600,000 Australians. But there is renewed hope, with Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration approving a new medication that could offer relief to those living with the condition. Researchers say the drug represents a major breakthrough in the ongoing quest for more effective treatments.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 26/05/2025

Last year, Perth toddler Sandipan Dhar tragically died from undiagnosed leukaemia after multiple hospital visits. His parents allege their repeated requests for a blood test were ignored. A coronial inquest, which started last week, examined whether an earlier blood test could have detected the illness in time to save his life. Sandipan’s parents say they are now hopeful the findings will provide some long-awaited answers.

Listen to the top News of 26/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Renowned sarod virtuoso Amaan Ali Bangash, the eldest son of Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, states, “I’m blessed to have my father as my guru.” He emphasises being a giver rather than a taker. In an exclusive SBS Hindi podcast, he discusses his relationship with his brother and explains why he believes AI is not a threat to Indian classical music.

Listen to the top News of 25/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

In this edition of the SBS Hindi radio program, tune in for an exclusive interview with renowned Sarod virtuoso Amaan Ali Bangash, the eldest son of Ustad Amjad Ali Khan who shares about his philosophy and about a unique subtle, and layered, relationship with his father and brother. Along with a report from India find out what the data and experts say about whether Australians are really turning away from travelling to the US. This year, Banu Mushtaq becomes the 2nd Indian author to win International Booker Prize. We discuss her win for her book 'Heart Lamps' that features a collection of twelve short stories about the daily lives of women in Muslim communities in southern India.

Listen to the top News of 24/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the top News of 23/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

International students at Harvard University in the US will be forced to transfer or face deportation after the Trump administration revoked the institution's ability to enrol them.

Listen to the latest updates from India. 23/05/25

As more Australian employers adopt AI-based interviews, migrant and refugee applicants may be at a disadvantage, especially if the AI is trained on biased data. In this podcast, recruiter Niksha Gupta shares insights on the challenges and opportunities AI presents and offers tips for candidates to prepare for these 'robot' interviews.

In this special National Volunteers Week 2025 episode, we celebrate the impact of Indian-Australians in their communities. Vinay Kumar aids flood victims with the NSW SES, while Kittu Randhawa supports domestic violence survivors. Sumeet Chhabra reconnects seniors through his Gurudwara, and Sanjay Sharma unites people through cricket. Student Zain Khan highlights the importance of youth volunteering. Discover how these acts of service foster a more connected Australia.

In this SBS Hindi podcast, we discuss Indian author Banu Mushtaq's win of the 2025 International Booker Prize for her book 'Heart Lamps'. Translated by Deepa Bhasthi from Kannada, this collection features twelve short stories about the daily lives of women in Muslim communities in southern India.

Listen to the top News of 22/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Floods along Australia's east coast have claimed at least one life, leading to urgent warnings for communities to follow evacuation and safety measures. Dr. Amita Tuteja, working in a local hospital during this crisis, discussed how the community is handling the situation in an interview with SBS Hindi.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to revise its approval process for COVID-19 vaccines, potentially limiting future boosters to older adults and those at higher risk of severe illness. The move has sparked questions about how this change could influence Australia’s vaccine strategy and access to boosters in the future.

Listen to the top News of 21/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the latest updates from India. 21/05/25

Floodwaters continue to wreak havoc across New South Wales, with relentless rain from a slow-moving coastal trough pushing a major river to its highest level in decades. As town centres go under and residents remain stranded on rooftops, authorities are urging communities to stay indoors while the slow-moving system continues to sweep across the state’s Mid North Coast.

As Australia comes together to celebrate National Volunteer Week (19–25 May), SBS Hindi speaks with some of the Indian-origin women volunteers who are working to make a difference in health and care.

In a two-hour phone call, American president Donald Trump and Russian president Vladimir Putin discussed ending the war in Ukraine, calling the talks constructive. While ceasefire negotiations may resume, Ukraine remains firm—demanding full involvement and refusing any territorial concessions in potential peace deals.

Listen to the top News of 20/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

In this SBS Hindi podcast, members of the Indian-origin community in Australia share how their participation in walks, runs, and marathons goes beyond fitness — becoming a way to support important causes. We hear from three individuals who encourage others to take the first step and get involved.

As the Reserve Bank of Australia prepares to meet and is likely to make an announcement on May 20, we explore how timely preparation can help homeowners and buyers almost double the savings.

What should Australia do with its public statues celebrating leaders from the country's colonial past? SBS' The Feed speaks to an anonymous group from Melbourne which has been going after colonial statues – toppling, breaking or defacing them in the middle of the night.

The migration system is complex and confusing. Experts say a lack of accessible support and credible information is leading to visa abuse. - प्रवासन यानि इमीग्रेशन प्रणाली जटिल और भ्रामक है। विशेषज्ञों का कहना है कि सुलभ सपोर्ट और विश्वसनीय जानकारी की कमी के कारण वीज़ा का दुरुपयोग हो रहा है

Listen to the top News of 19/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the latest updates from India. 19/05/25

टेलस्ट्रा के ऑस्ट्रेलिया में 99 प्रतिशत से अधिक क्षेत्र में मोबाइल कवरेज देने के दावे पर अब सवाल उठ रहे हैं। कंपनी पर आरोप है कि उसने अपने नेटवर्क कवरेज को बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर पेश कर उपभोक्ताओं को गुमराह किया है।

To help tackle domestic and family violence, NSW Police Force is working to make the ‘Empower You’ app more accessible to multicultural communities across the state. In this SBS Hindi podcast, Auburn Police Constable Rajesh Kumar shares how the mobile app has been designed as a simple, one-stop support tool for anyone facing domestic or family violence, offering help when and where it's needed most.

Listen to the top News of 17/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the Weekly News Wrap of the week ending Friday, 16 May 2025

In this edition of the SBS Hindi radio program, tune in for an exclusive interview with celebrity Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor as he shares his favourite spots in Australia and insights on the future of cooking. On International Nurses Day, Australian nurses speak candidly about the challenges they face on the frontlines. We also hear expert analysis on the stability of the India-Pakistan ceasefire, and cover the political shake-up in Canberra following Labor’s landslide election victory.

Listen to the top News of 16/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

While recent media reports have indicated that Australians are shying away from travel to the United States due to safety fears, a weakening dollar, and border security concerns, new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) paint a different picture. Listen to this podcast to find out what the data and experts say about whether Australians are really turning away from travelling to the US.

Listen to the latest updates from India. 16/05/25

Queensland Greens Senator Larissa Waters has become the second woman in the party’s history to lead the Greens. She was elected unopposed on 15 May during a meeting of the party’s 11 senators and one MP in Melbourne. NSW Senator Mehreen Faruqi has been elected as the deputy leader, while South Australian Senator Sarah Hanson-Young — the longest-serving Greens member in federal parliament — will continue in her role as manager of business in the upper house.

Listen to the top News of 15/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

For the first time in its history, the Liberal Party is being led by a woman. Sussan Ley has become the party’s first female leader, taking the helm during a time of internal crisis. But will this historic shift help the Liberals reconnect with female voters? Experts warn that simply appointing a woman to the top job may not be enough to regain the trust and support of women.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 14/05/2025

लेबर सरकार ने स्वास्थ्य देखभाल, शिक्षा और टैक्स के क्षेत्रों में कई मिलियन डॉलर के वादे किए हैं — लेकिन ये वादे वास्तव में कब पूरे होंगे?

Listen to the top News of 13/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.